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Practice what you peach! The regeneration of Te Puhinui
Puhinui Domain will be apple-solutely peachy as the community band together for the upcoming Puhinui Community Orchard Planting Day.
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A tour of Auckland Airport's Transport Hub
It wasn’t exactly a final boarding call but members of the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board were invited to explore Auckland Airport’s new Transport Hub before it opened to the public.
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Airport goes hi-tech to protect harbour
Putting an airport on a harbour means protection measures have to be taken.
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Māngere-Ōtāhuhu local board Junior Sports Awards 2024
Emerging sports stars from Māngere-Ōtāhuhu have been recognised at the Local Board's Junior Sports wards in April.
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Fines and community service for breaches by developers embraced by local board
Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board stands behind the decision to enforce substantial fines and community service on developers found in breach of the RMA regulations.
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Eco-neighbourhoods create fun environment for learning
Dedicated work is being carried out in Ōtara to make meaningful contributions towards combating climate change.
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A change of seasons for Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board
With Autumn in full swing, a shift in leadership is occurring within the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board.
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Pearl Baker Reserve playground a shining gem
Ōtara residents are thrilled with the Pearl-fect $1.3 million makeover of a popular local playground.
Events
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Ngā Tamariki o Matariki: The Children of Matariki - July School Holidays at Manukau Library
Join us these school holidays for a series of community events.
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Māngere Bridge Library school holiday programme
Join is these school holidays for a series of exciting events.
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Matariki celebration at Ōtāhuhu Library
Join us for a series of exciting events.
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Relaxation Dance Class
Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music.
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Composting Workshops
Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.
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Community Classics South: Shakespeare in Music
Auckland Philharmonia’s popular Community Classics concerts give you a chance to hear Auckland’s...
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Sunday Fun
Sunday Fun - various activities for family and friends celebrating different themes through out t...